"Pictures of a Gone City: Tech and the Dark Side of Prosperity in the San Francisco Bay Area" by Richard A. Walker is an insightful exploration of the socio-economic and cultural impacts of the tech boom in the San Francisco Bay Area. Walker examines how rapid technological advancement and economic growth have reshaped the region, highlighting the resulting social inequalities, displacement issues, and cultural shifts. Through a blend of personal anecdotes, data analysis, and historical context, Walker offers a critical perspective on the costs of prosperity and the changing dynamics of a once-idealized urban landscape.